Breitling Top Time B31 Blue Dial 38mm AB3113

The Breitling Top Time B31 Ref. AB3113A71C2A1 brings the retro motorsport character of the Top Time collection into a compact, time-and-date format. Introduced in 2025, it features a 38mm stainless steel case measuring just 10.31mm thick, giving it proportions that echo the smaller sporting watches of the 1960s. The blue dial draws inspiration from classic automobile dashboard instruments, pairing applied luminous indexes with contrasting details and a date aperture at 3 o’clock. A cambered sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment on both sides reinforces the vintage profile, while the sapphire exhibition caseback provides a view of the movement. This particular reference is fitted to Breitling’s polished and brushed three-row stainless steel bracelet, while 100 meters of water resistance makes the Top Time considerably more practical for everyday wear than its vintage-inspired appearance might suggest.

The major story behind the Top Time B31 is its movement. This collection marked the 2025 debut of the Breitling Manufacture Calibre B31, the brand’s first proprietary three-hand automatic manufacture caliber. The COSC-certified movement operates at 28,800 vibrations per hour and provides an impressive approximately 78-hour power reserve, allowing the watch to sit for more than three days without requiring rewinding. While the original Top Time debuted in the 1960s as a youthful chronograph, the B31 strips the concept back to hours, minutes, seconds, and date while retaining the collection’s automotive influence. The combination of its 38mm dimensions, blue racing-inspired dial, manufacture movement, steel bracelet, and strong everyday specifications makes the AB3113A71C2A1 an interesting modern interpretation of one of Breitling’s most recognizable vintage-inspired collections.

Reference: AB3113A71C2A1

Dated: Warranty Valid (05/03/2031)

MSRP: $6,150

Bracelet: Stainless Steel Bracelet

Case: 38mm x 10.31mm thickness - Stainless Steel

Lug Width: 20mm

Functions: Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Date

Accessories: Box, and warranty card


Crystal: Sapphire

Bracelet size: 7.25”

Caliber: Breitling 31 - Automatic

Case has little to no wear. Bracelet has little to no wear. Dial, hands, and crystal have no wear. Watch is running within Breitling spec.

Breitling, founded in 1884 by Léon Breitling in Switzerland, has a rich history of innovation in watchmaking. The company quickly established itself as a leader in precision timers and chronographs, introducing significant advancements such as the first wrist-worn chronograph with an independent pusher in 1915. Under the leadership of three generations of the Breitling family, the brand became renowned for its aviation timepieces, launching the iconic Navitimer in 1952. Despite challenges from quartz technology in the 1970s, Breitling adapted and continued to innovate, introducing models like the Chronomat and Aerospace that combined traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology.

In recent years, Breitling has undergone a strategic repositioning under new ownership and leadership. While honoring its heritage, the brand has embraced modern design, sustainability, and digital innovation. Breitling has restructured its product portfolio around Air, Land, and Sea categories, reintroduced classic collections, and launched eco-friendly initiatives. The company has also ventured into digital realms with blockchain-based watch passports and a subscription service. These efforts have positioned Breitling as a forward-thinking brand that balances its storied past with contemporary consumer needs and values.